Supply Chain & Infrastructure Consultancy
We architect and orchestrate end-to-end agricultural value chains that transform African resources into global value.
Results as a Service (RaaS)
Compensation tied to real, measurable outcomes, not hours, not reports.
Real results. Shared success.
GBV provides end-to-end supply chain and infrastructure solutions that transform African agriculture into sovereign, bankable, export-ready ecosystems.
We design and orchestrate integrated value chains that connect producers, processors, financiers, logistics partners, and global buyers.
We embed global compliance standards into every step of the value chain, built-in, not bolted-on.
We build investable, data-backed projects that unlock financing and de-risk execution.
We don't just advise.
We build. We operate.
We deliver.
Results as a Service (RaaS)
Paid for outcomes, not hours. Real impact. Shared success.
Across APAC & MEA
12+ country bases and growing.
AI-Powered Agri Infra
Data. Intelligence. Automation. Infrastructure for scale.
Our Model
GBV delivers tangible, measurable outcomes across Africa's agricultural value chains and sovereign infrastructure. We partner with governments, investors, and enterprises to co-create, build, and scale what works, faster, smarter, and with lasting impact.
We co-design solutions
We work side-by-side with stakeholders to understand real needs and design practical, context-fit solutions.
We drive execution
Our teams and partners execute with discipline, transparency, and speed, on the ground.
We are outcome-based
We align on clear outcomes and share accountability for results that matter.
We leverage Lean principles
We apply Lean principles and digitalised networks to reduce waste, shorten cycle times, and unlock value across the full agricultural chain.
Empowering producers with inputs, knowledge, and market access.
Integrated logistics and tech that keep value chains moving.
Investing in and operating infrastructure that unlocks productivity and trade.
Live · Yield Verified
2,847t
Tonnes tracked across 12 pilots
Discovery
We assess the opportunity, align on outcomes, and define success.
Roadmap
We co-create a clear path with priorities, milestones, and measurable impact.
Pilot
We test, learn, and refine quickly, proving value in the real world.
Scale
We scale what works through capital, partnerships, and digitised execution.
Lean principles + digitalised networks across the full agricultural value chain.
We design. We connect. We deliver.
GBV operates at the center of the agri-value ecosystem, designing the architecture, aligning the right partners, and orchestrating execution across the entire value chain.
We unlock productivity, transparency, and capital flow by integrating producers, communities, infrastructure, and global markets through technology and deep local insight.
Our role is to create the conditions for scalable impact, where every stakeholder thrives and Africa feeds the world.
GBV doesn't just participate in the ecosystem.
We architect it. We orchestrate it. We own the outcome.
GBV Entrepreneur Team
Hybrid Model · AI Agents + Human Oversight
Producers
Sustainable production and productivity
Communities
Inclusive participation and shared value
Funders
Patient capital and structured financing
Processing
Quality transformation and value capture
Traceability
Data integrity and provenance at scale
Buyers
Transparent trade and long-term demand
GBV
Entrepreneur Team
Hybrid Model
AI · Human Oversight
Producers
Sustainable production and productivity
Funders
Patient capital and structured financing
Processing
Quality transformation and value capture
Buyers
Transparent trade and long-term demand
Traceability
Data integrity and provenance at scale
Communities
Inclusive participation and shared value
Data-driven intelligence that optimises decisions, allocates capital, and maximises impact across the value chain.
We build with people at the center, creating jobs, transferring skills, and strengthening local economies.
A unified platform that connects supply, demand, finance, and logistics in real time, seamlessly and transparently.
Aligned incentives. Measurable results. Shared value. We are committed to outcomes that matter, for everyone.
Single Integrated Commercial Interface · Aligned Project Outcome
Ecosystem
A selective network. Aligned for impact.
The GBV Ecosystem brings together trusted partners across finance, technology, government, and academia to co-create scalable solutions and unlock sustainable growth across high-potential markets.
Each member is carefully selected for their expertise, integrity, and long-term vision. Together, we build bridges between capital, capability, and opportunity.
Financial partners
Development banks, impact funds, and family offices.
Technology providers
Mid-size global firms with proven localisation capabilities.
Government agencies
Ministries of Agriculture and Trade.
Academic institutions
West African universities and international agri-training centres.
Let's build something meaningful.
Connect with us on LinkedIn to explore partnership opportunities.
No participant named by design · Functions on earned access · Not broadcast visibility
Skills spanning digital transformation, Middle East market access, West Africa execution, and international commodity trading.
Co-Founder
APAC & MEA Lead
Digital Transformation20+ years cross-cultural experience across Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa. Former global technical management roles at Nestlé Food & Beverage.
LinkedIn
Co-Founder
Middle East Expert
Strategic AlliancesCross-border deal structuring. Bridge to Gulf capital, Halal compliance frameworks, and Middle East buyer relationships.
LinkedIn
Co-Founder
West Africa Lead
AgribusinessResident Representative (Togo) of the Québec–Africa Chamber of Commerce. Director General of J2A Consulting. On-the-ground anchor for GBV projects.
LinkedIn
Co-Founder
Commodity Trading
Sourcing & Deal StructuringCocoa, nuts, corn. Builds commodity revenue streams and ensures ventures are connected to committed offtake.
LinkedInVentures
GBV Ventures builds and scales commercially viable projects that strengthen food systems, drive industrial value-addition, and create export revenue.
Full value chain orchestration for processing and export of non-GMO maize grits and maize flour to African, GCC, and Asian markets.
Transformation of raw cocoa beans into certified cocoa powder within Togo, followed by structured export to European and Asian markets.
GBV Ventures maintains a portfolio of additional projects and mandates under confidentiality. Access is relationship-based, for inquiries, connect with our leadership on LinkedIn.
Connection-first. No generic inbox.
The right conversation with the right person, from the beginning.
Reach the right founder for your focus area.
| Topic | Primary Contact |
|---|---|
| Africa — Producers & Processing | Yaovi Kokodoko |
| Africa — Government & Institutional | Yaovi Kokodoko |
| Buyers & Funders — Asia | Jean F. Laugier |
| Buyers & Funders — EU | Gui Clavel |
| Buyers & Funders — GCC | Adrian Lee |
| Technology & Ecosystem Operation | Jean F. Laugier |
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GBV operates at the intersection of agriculture, infrastructure, and institution-building. Our work is structured around long-term partnerships that unlock productivity, transform value chains, and build resilient communities across Africa and beyond.
We engage selectively and deliberately, prioritising alignment, depth, and impact over volume. Whether you are a producer, investor, government partner, or technology leader, we connect through purpose, not cold outreach.
This is connection-first. The right conversation with the right person, from the beginning.
Growing Beyond Vision (GBV) is a strategic initiative of Lean Hub Asia Pte Ltd (Singapore, established 2014, owned by Jean F. Laugier) and three globally-based Partners (see Founders section).
We are currently establishing our dedicated Regional Hub for the Middle East and Africa (MEA), potentially in Sharjah, UAE, to provide localised expertise and closer stakeholder alignment. During this phased rollout, all operations are managed under the established governance of Lean Hub Asia.
Everything you need to know about how GBV designs, builds, and shares the outcome, across the African agricultural value chain.
Growing Beyond Vision (GBV) is a supply chain and infrastructure consultancy that designs and orchestrates full agricultural value chains from local African farms to international buyers. Instead of just providing remote advice or selling consultancy reports, GBV actively builds the supply chain, coordinates partners, and works directly on the ground to deliver structured, export-grade outcomes.
GBV operates on a unique hybrid "Results as a Service" (RaaS) model where its fee structure is 60–80% results-driven. Compensation is contractually tied to achieving independently verified Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), such as the specific metric tonnes of certified product exported, the number of farmers trained, or necessary compliance certificates obtained.
GBV uses a hybrid model that leverages cutting-edge AI agent "virtual employees" to ensure maximum efficiency and rapid scalability, while keeping human oversight by its entrepreneur team at the core of critical decisions. This approach is designed to be "human-first", meaning that AI is utilized to upskill local workers and enhance global competitiveness rather than displacing Africa's booming youth population.
GBV provides an integrated interface that aligns six major stakeholder groups: Producers, Communities, Funders, Processing plants, Traceability providers, and Buyers. Its current active project portfolio includes:
GBV does not utilize a standard inquiry inbox; instead, the ecosystem operates entirely through direct LinkedIn connections with its co-founders to ensure conversations are qualified and informed. Stakeholders can reach out to the designated primary contacts based on their specific focus area:
Alternatively, the general contact email is contact@growingbeyondvision.com.
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